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CERTIFICATE DESCRIPTION
The Siemens PLC and TIA Portal course provides hands-on experience in connecting to Siemens PLCs, navigating the TIA Portal, and utilizing advanced diagnostic tools for effective troubleshooting. Upon completion, participants will have a deep understanding of PLC architecture and programming logic, gaining the confidence to perform real-time process monitoring in automated systems.COURSE OBJECTIVES
D.3.1: Siemens PLC Hardware and Architecture
- Overview of Siemens PLC families (S7-300/400 and S7-1200/1500)
- CPU structure, racks, and I/O modules
- Basic PROFINET and device communication
D.3.2: Navigating the TIA Portal Environment
- Understanding the TIA Portal interface and features
- Project structure and hardware configuration
- Tag tables and signal identification within a project
D.3.3: Understanding Existing PLC Logic
- Reading and interpreting ladder logic used in Siemens programs
- Program organization and execution flow
- Tracking signal movement through the program
- Addressing, Symbol table/data types, and FDB programming
D.3.4:Online Monitoring and Diagnostics
- Utilizing watch tables and program status tools
- Reviewing diagnostic buffers and performing hardware diagnostics
- Memory introduction, memory blocks, and data blocks
- Identifying I/O failures and communication ideas
D.3.5: Advanced Programming Techniques
- Working with counters, timers, and clock functions
- Utilizing math instruction and compare instructions
- Understanding FC and FB blocks for modular programming
D.3.6: I/O Testing and Troubleshooting Tools
- Working with counters, timers, and clock functions
- Monitoring inputs and outputs effectively
- Forcing signals safely for troubleshooting purposes
- Configuring and adding PN devices
- Verifying field devices through PLC diagnostics
D.3.7: Hands-On Exercises and Real-World Scenarios
- Practical troubleshooting exercises using TIA Portal
- Signal tracing and fault isolation case studies, including VAT applications
- Engaging in diagnostic and monitoring tool applications
D.3.8: Integration and Capstone Project
- Applying knowledge from previous modules through a final project
- Work in teams to address a simulated troubleshooting scenario, integrating all learned skills
- Presenting findings and solutions to the group for collaborative feedback
DESIGNED FOR
Maintenance associates, technicians and engineers. COURSE DELIVERY
Instructor-Led (Virtual options available)PREREQUISITES
D.2 Siemens S7-300/400 with STEP 7 V 5.X (Classic) COURSE LENGTH
4 Days / 28 Contact HoursGROUP PRICING
$19,600 for up to 12 participants. To schedule a group class for your organization, please email info@peakperformanceinc.com and we will coordinate scheduling based on your preference of date and delivery method. NEED ASSISTANCE?
If you have questions or need help, please email info@peakperformanceinc.com.ACCREDITATIONSCEU: 2.8